Last update: March 5, 2014
Equine Dentistry: A specialization where small things make a huge difference.
The field of equine dentistry is no longer a place where an inexperienced person can stick a modified rasp into a horse's mouth and "float" his teeth. This highly technical field now requires that the practitioner be educated and well equipped with precision instruments and that he must have an eye for detail. Yes, there are still practitioners who still use the old methods and instruments, but as horses become more specialized and go up in value, they require a dentist that understands the mechanics of the mouth and how he will affect them as he proceeds to work on that horse. When finished with the procedure, proper balance is required from the TMJ and throughout the mouth.
A good horse dentist is well worth the money he charges to work on your horse. He will allow your horse to maintain a competitive edge in any arena or discipline and he will help your horse to efficiently grind his feed so his body can properly digest it. A poor or inexperienced practitioner can have disastrous effects on the horse, his ability to eat, and anyone who rides that horse. If you have ever experienced migraine headache that is associated with a misaligned jaw, you will understand the pain that a horse might experience from the same.
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ATTENTION BROWSERS OF THIS SITE:
I am not a veterinarian. I am a technician who, by law, must work under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian. If your veterinarian is not willing to work with a technician who specializes in dentistry you will have to bring your horses to one of the clinics where I regularly schedule dental work in Utah. For my Idaho clients, I have a couple of vets who are willing to travel with me in both the Boise and Twin Falls areas. Feel free to browse this site and call or email me if you have any questions.
I ONLY WORK UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A VETERINARIAN.
If you are a licensed veterinarian and you question whether or not I am working with a veterinarian, feel free to contact me directly and I will provide you with a list of veterinarians under which I conduct my practice. Thank you and have a nice day!
A good horse dentist is well worth the money he charges to work on your horse. He will allow your horse to maintain a competitive edge in any arena or discipline and he will help your horse to efficiently grind his feed so his body can properly digest it. A poor or inexperienced practitioner can have disastrous effects on the horse, his ability to eat, and anyone who rides that horse. If you have ever experienced migraine headache that is associated with a misaligned jaw, you will understand the pain that a horse might experience from the same.
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ATTENTION BROWSERS OF THIS SITE:
I am not a veterinarian. I am a technician who, by law, must work under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian. If your veterinarian is not willing to work with a technician who specializes in dentistry you will have to bring your horses to one of the clinics where I regularly schedule dental work in Utah. For my Idaho clients, I have a couple of vets who are willing to travel with me in both the Boise and Twin Falls areas. Feel free to browse this site and call or email me if you have any questions.
I ONLY WORK UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A VETERINARIAN.
If you are a licensed veterinarian and you question whether or not I am working with a veterinarian, feel free to contact me directly and I will provide you with a list of veterinarians under which I conduct my practice. Thank you and have a nice day!
I currently work in Idaho and Utah. I have great relationships with veterinarians in both states. For large groups of horses, many times a vet will travel with me to the barn where the work can more easily be performed. I regularly work in training barns and boarding facilities. Contact me for more information.
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For questions and comments or to schedule a dental evaluation and procedure please call, text or email:
Justin Stark, CEqD
Brigham City, Utah
Ph: (435) 452-1104 Email: justin@horse-dentist.net
Justin Stark, CEqD
Brigham City, Utah
Ph: (435) 452-1104 Email: justin@horse-dentist.net
